About Crosswinds Consulting
Mission
To partner with nonprofit leaders to build mission-aligned strategies, streamline operations, and implement practical, technology-informed solutions so their organizations can work more efficiently, communicate more clearly, and better serve their communities.
Values
Integrity of Mission: I help organizations stay grounded in their purpose by ensuring every strategy, system, and story aligns with their core mission and values.
Practical Partnership: I meet nonprofits where they are. Whether you’re building from scratch or refining existing systems, I work alongside you to create realistic and actionable solutions.
Human-Centered Support: I recognize that behind every nonprofit are people striving to make a difference. I prioritize the well-being of individuals and teams, knowing that effective systems must support those who use them.
Clarity Through Communication: I believe strong communication, both internal and external, is the foundation of success. From board collaboration to donor messaging, I help make your message clear and compelling.
Community Impact: My work is driven by the desire to help organizations better serve their communities. I understand that strong systems and strategic planning are about more than efficiency because they are about making a lasting difference.
About Elsa
I’m a Certified Nonprofit Professional and nonprofit consultant dedicated to helping mission-driven organizations and their leaders work smarter, communicate more clearly, and stay aligned with their purpose.
With extensive experience in fundraising operations, grant writing, strategic planning, and nonprofit technology, I collaborate with teams to create systems that support real, lasting impact. I support everything from writing competitive grants to strengthening board engagement, designing strategic roadmaps, and improving internal communications.
I meet organizations where they are, listen closely, and develop tailored solutions that reflect their goals and capacity. My approach is grounded in clarity, trust, and a strong belief in the power of community-driven work.
Outside of consulting, I am active in my community, serve on local nonprofit boards, and spend as much time as possible in the mountains with my dog, Maggie.